A stunning debut about how grief can open the world in magical ways.
After her best friend dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy was a rare jellyfish sting. Retreating into a silent world of imagination, she crafts a plan to prove her theory--even if it means traveling the globe, alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe...and the potential for love and hope right next door.
Ali Benjamin has written for the Boston Globe Magazine, Martha Stewart's Whole Living, and Sesame Street. She is the co-writer for HIV+ teen Paige Rawl's coming-of-age memoir, Positive, which will be a lead title for Harper Teen this coming Fall, and which will feature an introduction by Jay Asher. She is a member of the New England Science Writers.
It can be hard to figure out just how to approach conversations about mental health and feelings with kids whether it’s your youngest or one of your teens. Every person’s journey with mental health is different. Even with those differences, no one is alone, and these books can help you show your kids just how […]
When it comes to things no one really wants to talk about, death and grieving are often at the top of the list. Very few people want to sit in the uncomfortable realization of our own mortality, especially with kids who are supposed to have a long life ahead of them and shouldn’t have to […]
But what should fans of her work read next? Here are seven books perfect for those looking for more books like The Thing About Jellyfish. Have you read The Thing About Jellyfish?
I can still remember how my stomach ached the night before I started middle school. For many tweens, middle school is a messy funnel through which all the local elementary schools converge into one huge place. So many faces in a big crowd, with so many anxious questions. Who will I eat lunch with? Who […]
Following up on our summer book club picks, here are some fall favorites to dive into with your child. An adult reading option is paired up with a younger reader choice so that you can explore the same concept, subject matter, or universal theme together. Perfect for when the nights get dark, the leaves have all […]
